What about Native Americans and Indigenous peoples?
As Illinois prepares to celebrate Columbus Day, a state and federal holiday commemorating the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas back in 1492, we must acknowledge a population whose narrative predates Columbus’ time, Native Americans and Indigenous peoples.
Landmark Housing Legislation Goes into Effect!
Today, landmark legislation for people with records is effective, providing more opportunities to obtain fair housing throughout the state of Illinois and Cook County. Thanks to you, we are celebrating the implementation of two new laws to protect human rights!
A Fair Tax for Illinois
The legislation is in place for the people of Illinois need to say YES to Fair Tax.
Housing as a Human Right Signed into Law!
New Law Makes Housing Discrimination Illegal for Arrest, Expunged/Sealed, and Juvenille Records!
Felony Murder: Condemning Teens to Death by Prison
"Pastor, what do you think about everything that happened last week; those four kids trying to rob the house then going on that chase to Chicago?"
2019 Legislative Session Recap
During the most productive session in a generation, legislators balanced the state budget and passed the largest capital program in Illinois history: legalizing adult cannabis, establishing the Reproductive Health Act, expanding gambling and legalizing sports betting. CRS is excited to share two significant victories.
Governor Pritzker signs the rates bill for the Fair Tax!
These new rates will go into effect if voters approve the constitutional amendment on the fall 2020 ballot.
Victory for Housing as a Human Right!
Housing as a Human Right, SB 1780 (HFA3), passed the Illinois General Assembly on May 31 with significant bipartisan support!
Fair Tax Passes!
Way to go! Yesterday, May 27, the Illinois House passed the constitutional amendment for the Fair Tax!!! The Senate passed it on May 1 .
Powerful testimony given today in front of the House Judiciary - Civil Committee
Housing as a Human Right passes out of committee!
Governor Pritzker Signs into Law the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act
Today Governor JB Pritzker signed into law the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act as one of his first official acts in office! After years of tireless advocacy, the Illinois General Assembly passed SB 337 (PA 100-1178) on May 30, 2018 with bipartisan support. Many lives will be saved by this legislation.
Thank you!! HB 5341 — F.A.T.E. Bill — is now law!
HB 5341, also known as the F.A.T.E. (Fair Access To Employment) Bill, was signed into law by Governor Bruce Rauner on Friday, August 10. This legislation clarifies that outstanding legal financial obligations like fines, fees, and court costs cannot be considered when reviewing a sealing petition.
HB 5341—F.A.T.E. Bill—Is Now Law!
The legislation clarifies that outstanding legal financial obligations cannot be considered when reviewing a sealing petition.
Removing Invisible Obstacles in the Pathway of Re-Entry
HB 5341 will prohibit outstanding legal financial obligations from being considered when a person files to have their record sealed.
News from the Capital
This was a good year for CRS’ platform for restoring opportunities and building a just economy for safe communities. The General Assembly passed several of our priority bills.
Act Now To Support The F.A.T.E. Bill
Take action now and ask your representative to support the F.A.T.E. (Fair Access to Employment) bill for people with criminal records. It will be called for a vote soon!
Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act
Our work to stop illegal guns from entering our communities continues in a new effort, SB 337 SA 3, the Combating Illegal Gun Trafficking Act.
Our One Job: Override Gun Dealer Licensing Veto
After years of trying to license gun dealers in Illinois, the House finally passed SB 1657.
Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
We asked the candidates about issues that are most important to our communities and align with CRS’ 2018 Platform for Renewal.